Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About ULBU
Light University of Bujumbura (ULBU) — private for-profit institution. It is located in Bujumbura, Burundi. It is one of the youngest higher education institutions in the country.
ULBU conducts various scientific activities and is inviting students to join the research.
- Location
- Bujumbura, Burundi
- Establishment year
- 2000
- Students
- 4,999

ULBU tuition fees
The academic calendar at ULBU is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at ULBU will cost local citizens a minimum of 2 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 1,000 USD per year. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Bachelor
- Local2USD/year
- Foreign1,000USD/year
- Master
- Local4USD/year
- Foreign1,000USD/year
ULBU campus
The campus of ULBU is urban. This means that students study closely to the sights and the entire recreational infrastructure of the city. This type of campus gives students more options for internships and part-time jobs.
The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. The university has a developed sports infrastructure, which includes sports grounds and clubs.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
- Sport Facilities
- Yes

What to do after graduation
If you want to stay in Burundi after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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